Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Maywood, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Maywood
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Maywood. The rest are spread across Oak Park (7), Melrose Park (3), and North Riverside (3). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Nearest on the list: Ready River Forest Appliance Repair, around 1.5 miles out. Of those, 5 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.7, 1.9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
The leading options for Maywood are IVAN Appliance Repairs (2.8 miles away, based in Elmwood Park, 4.7 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (6.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 1,053 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trust Pro Appliance of Chicago (6.6 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.8 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Melrose Park, 4.7 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Maywood. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
What Maywood Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Maywood come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Before You Book in Maywood
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Maywood, IL
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Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Maywood technician can then bring the right parts for either one.